Funders 

Many creative spaces and projects fit the criteria for funding through government (central and local body) and this funding and grants most often are available through the following organsiations: 

Creative New Zealand

Quick Response & Arts Grants are the general category most appropriate for projects and events that you may be putting on.  They also fund individuals as well as groups/organisations/companies. 

They also provide creative community grants but these are managed through the local city councils. 

http://www.creativenz.govt.nz

Your Local Council

Creative Communities funding, and other funding grants can be found under your local council.  

Auckland City Council